Case Study – The Point – Surface Water Quality and Real Time Telemetry Flow Monitoring

Moremac is a prominent Australian property developer recognised for its commitment to sustainable and wellplanned residential communities. The Point, is a waterfront development located in Point Lonsdale, Victoria, within the Bellarine Peninsula. The development is designed to balance urban growth with environmental considerations, incorporating measures to manage local water systems, preserve natural landscapes, and minimise ecological impacts. The project integrates open spaces and waterways while providing modern infrastructure and accessibility to both natural and urban amenities.

To satisfy statutory requirements as site occupier and operator, Moremac was required to design and implement a Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP). The WQMP outlined strategies to manage water quality during and after construction of The Point. The plan focused on minimizing impact on water quality through continuous and periodic monitoring of water quality (surface water, stormwater and groundwater) throughout the engineered waterway.

• • To collect continuous water quality data, HydroTerra designed seven water quality and flow monitoring stations throughout the site, ustilising various instruments (Eureka Mantas, Unidata QSDs) connected to telemetered data loggers to deliver data to a bespoke, integrated dashboard platform that allowed for real-time data visualisation and storage.
  • To maintain instrument reliability and data accuracy, HydroTerra also designed and implemented a routine maintenance program to clean and calibrate the water quality monitoring stations as well as the onsite weather station.
  • HydroTerra also implemented a quarterly water quality monitoring program, a biannual groundwater monitoring program and an event based stormwater monitoring program to supplement the continuous monitoring program.

After initial installation, HydroTerra has maintained a ongoing monitoring program with Moremac and continue to provide expert advice and quality support for their system.